A sum of money is divided among P, Q, R, and S in the proportion of 4 : 9 : 2 : 3. If Q gets ₹560 more than R, then the share of S is:
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is Option 3 i.e. ₹240.
A sum of money is divided among P, Q, R, and S in the proportion of 4 : 9 : 2 : 3
Q gets ₹560 more than R
Q : R = 9 : 2
So,
⇒ 9x - 2x = 560
⇒ 7x = 560
⇒ x = 80
Thus, the share of S = 3x = ₹240